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Corona Certified Farmers' Market
To say we are excited in Corona, CA about our new Farmers' Market is an understatement. After a lot of hard work by a lot of local people our dream of a Farmers' Market will be coming true. Beginning on July 11, 2009, Farmers' Market Management Company, Inc., established over 30 years ago and known for its success in farming and managing certified farmers' markets, will be bringing its farmers to Corona. It will be held on Saturdays, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (rain or shine) Main Street Market Place (Main and Rincon). Mayor Steve Nolan said, "Our heritage is based on farming; it is a natural that we would finally have a certified farmers' market to call our own."
All produce available is locally grown by the farmers selling it and none is brokered. Some farmers will offer organic or certified organic fruits and vegetables.
In addition to the naturally ripened produce, fresh cut flowers and some simple food items such as kettle corn or BBQ beef will also be available. Local artisans will be selling handmade crafts.
Come join the fun and support this new effort. A big thank you for all who worked so hard to achieve this great market for Corona.
It's time to look at the glass half full!
Home sales are increasing in Riverside County and although the sale prices are down I believe that supply and demand will correct this shortly. Many investors that I work with say they are buying homes in many cities and that they still are finding renters.
Single Family Residence
Time Period Number of Sales Median Sale Price
Apr 2009 3,363 $197,000
Apr 2008 3,020 $293,250
Mar 2009 3,407 $205,000
Mar 2008 2,555 $305,000
Information gathered from the Multi Regional MLS.
The First Time homebuyer programs are still a wonderful opportunity for people to get into their first homes. The $8,000 credit from the Federal Government doesn't have to be paid back like the earlier programs so don’t miss this opportunity! California also has a program that will give you an additional 5% of purchase price, not to exceed $10,000.
See full chart on both First Time Credits at http://www.koziel.com/New_Tax_Credits/page_2218833.html
Buyers are learning valuable lessons!
It appears that some buyers are finally starting to ask the right questions before they purchase a home. With today's economy being what it is this is a good sign. The last thing you need after purchasing a home are surprise expenses.
Many of the homes that have been built in the past decade have homeowners association but many homebuyers ask few questions about the association finances and protections. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ask for a detail report on the budget of the association and how healthy it is. How many homeowners are not current on their association dues and what action is the board taking to collect this money? Is the board currently saving in a reserve account for repairs that will be needed? If the reserve account is underfunded how is the board addressing this concern?
All associations have rules and regulations. Read them carefully before you purchase. It is unfair to purchase and then use the excuse that I didn't know that or I was never told about that rule. RULES ARE MADE FOR ALL TO FOLLOW!
One rule that is being reconsidered by many people in 55+ communities is the rule on having anyone living in the home that is not 55 for an extended time. Many adults are finding it necessary to have children move back in after they have lost a home. Although this is a very sad situation it doesn't change the rules that control the tax benefits of these developments. Why should the association lose its reduced tax benefits because a few households can't follow the rules.
There are many benefits for living in an area with homeowners associations but be sure you understand both the good and the bad aspects of association living.
The City of Corona, CA needs your help to stop graffiti. The city has developed a new graffitii abatement program which involves many of the city's departments. The program is designed to help find and remove unsightly graffiti. Their goal is to remove it quickly and to catch the vandals.
The city's website states, "The Public Works Department administers the City's Graffiti Removal program. The program removes graffiti from public property utilizing environmentally safe methods such as power washing, gel removers, and painting. Please help in keeping Corona beautiful by contacting the Graffiti Hotline at (951) 817-5841 to report any and all markings in the community. When making a report please make sure to provide the location of the graffiti, including cross streets and the object with graffiti on it, such as a wall, utility box or the side of a building. If you prefer, you can also report graffiti locations by filling out an Online Service Request form.
To report graffiti that is currently in progress, dial 9-1-1.
The City operates a reward program for anyone providing information that leads to the apprehension, arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for vandalism, graffiti or theft in the City. To report suspicious activity, please call (951) 736-2333 or dial 9-1-1 in an emergency. "
The local association of REALTORS is promoting this program by giving out magnets and brochures to clients and friends. The REALTORS are using parts of the city's public education program that raises community awareness of the problem and educates children on the damage caused by this vandalism in their campaign.
To learn more about how you can help keep Corona graffiti-free, please download the City's "Graffiti Prevention and Removal" brochure.Please be ready with the location of the incident, a description of the suspect(s) and their vehicle.
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